Atomic bomb fears fade as U S reports high production
The Atomic Energy Commission released its sixth semi annual report to Congress stating U S atom bomb production reached an all time high in the first half of the year and now runs on an assembly line. It notes large amounts of low grade uranium found domestically for emergency use and ongoing efforts to cut processing costs while expanding overseas ore supplies. It also references future talks with Britain and Canada about sharing information and ore division.
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Veterans pensions bill clears House with broad support
The House passed a pension and disability bill for World War I and Spanish American War veterans without dissent, despite White House objections. If enacted, annual costs exceed 125 million dollars initially with possible later costs. Provisions raise total disability pay from 138 to 150 dollars, boost widow and dependent allowances, and guarantee service‑connected status for some veterans.
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Rough Going Adversity Plagues Viking Saga Revival
Invading Vikings failed to land dramatically as English weather forced their open boat voyage along the Thames to end with the ship towed upriver to a pier. Modern Vikings rowed across the North Sea, drawing crowds of spectators despite the anti climatic arrival in England.
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Federal aid clash over education bill stalls amid religious row
Proponents of federal education aid faced delays as the Barden bill threatened to exclude Catholic and non public schools. Cardinal Spellman and Eleanor Roosevelt clashed over church state separation, jeopardizing passage. Byrd plans Antarctic expedition hinge on Defense Secretary Johnson's approval with 3,500 workers and eight ships aiming to map vast unseen territory.
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White House to get 6.2 million renovation
The White House, official residence of the United States president, will not be razed. A six-man group resolved the dispute between renovation supporters and those favoring a new structure, approving a 6.2 million dollar facelift.
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Eddie Cantor to host Take It or Leave It as quizmaster
Oldest jackpot show adds Eddie Cantor on Sept 11 replacing Phil Baker in a move spotlighting radio history. Cantor’s background shifts audiences from behind glass to open crowds, while the program keeps its classic format with $64 questions and regulars like BJ Goodwins.
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